PC Contact - Despatch Officer Expression of Interest - Police Constables Force wide EOI-PXA-783
Expressions of interest are now being invited from Substantive Constables who have completed their probationary period or completed all necessary assessments in their probation period to work as part of the despatch function within the Force Contact Management Unit.
We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated individuals to work with the teams based at Dudley Hill Bradford and Admin 2 HQ Wakefield.
This opportunity comes at an exciting period of development for the Contact Management unit as we strive to consistently deliver a high level of performance critical to ensuring that we serve our communities to the best of our abilities.
Staff within the contact management unit are afforded regular opportunities for development both lateral and promotional and we encourage anyone wishing to develop in their careers to consider applying for the position.
As part of one of the key areas for policing you will be central to ensuring that we are using our resources efficiently, ultimately reducing demand on patrol teams whilst delivering a crucial role to supporting and servicing the needs of members of our communities.
Please state your preferred location of posting, either Admin 2 Wakefield or Dudley Hill Bradford in the application.
Visits to the Department are encouraged and these can be organised by contacting supervision at either site (please see the contact management unit intranet page for details).
All applicants must have a valid PDR that meets the minimum required standard and the Attendance Standard at closing date of this advert. Please note: If this role is a higher grade than your current role you MUST have an overall PDR rating of Successful Performer or above. Those with a PDR rating of Needs Improvement can apply for roles of the same or lower grade, those rated as Unacceptable are not eligible to apply for any roles.
The application process will close at 23:55 hours on the 31st August 2023
West Yorkshire Police is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the diverse communities we serve. We therefore encourage applications from female officers, all minority groups and individuals who identify with one or more of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010. Applications are also welcome from those who have gained transferable skills and experience outside of Operational Support.
Applicants should be aware that it is not always possible to carry out adequate vetting checks on persons who have not been resident within the UK for the last five years. Therefore, where this applies, applicants may be refused because it was not possible to vet them to the appropriate standard.
For a detailed description of the Competency and Values levels required please refer to the http://www.college.police.uk/What-we-do/Development/competency-and-values-framework/Documents/Competency-and-Values-Framework-for-Policing_4.11.16.pdf (This link may be copied and pasted into your browser). This document will assist you in completing the Evidence of Achievement section of the application form. Please note: the Evidence of Achievement section will not be visible until the employment section has been completed.
This opportunity is closed to applications.